Ex-Drake Insurance chief John C Head III has been in the wars recently. The charismatic and controversial figure took a tumble, Backchat was told, on London's Embankment. It seems it was so bad, he broke his leg and is now extending his stay in the UK for some time.
With many of the Drake pensioners facing their final years in penury, Backchat wonders: was it an accident, or was he pushed?
The 2025 Insurance Times Awards took place on the evening of Wednesday 3rd December in the iconic Great Room of London’s Grosvenor House.
Hosted by comedian and actor Tom Allen, 34 Gold, 23 Silver and 22 Bronze awards were handed out across an amazing 34 categories recognising brilliance and innovation right across the breadth of UK general insurance.
Hosted by comedian and actor Tom Allen, 34 Gold, 23 Silver and 22 Bronze awards were handed out across an amazing 34 categories recognising brilliance and innovation right across the breadth of UK general insurance.
Many congratulations to all the worthy winners and as always, huge thanks to our sponsors for their support and our judges for their expertise.
